2009 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X5 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
